Aircraft Structures Technician
westair· Avionics & Structures
About this role
Job Summary
Western Aircraft is looking for diligent and detail-oriented Aircraft Structures Technicians to join our dynamic team!
Aircraft Structures Technicians are responsible for inspecting and conducting structural repairs and modifications per blueprint specifications while utilizing hand tools and test equipment as needed to complete assigned tasks to return aircraft to service per FAA and manufacturers specifications.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Performs a variety of aircraft sheet metal and structural repairs and modifications
- Use specialized equipment and tools to measure parts for defects or deviation from specifications
- Ensures proper care of customer property through all phases of maintenance work
- Completes duties within allotted hours quoted for assigned tasks
- Ensures proper and complete documentation of maintenance, repair, and modification all work performed
- Understands and follows safety procedures and utilizes support equipment in a safe manner
- Follows strict dimension tolerances in compliance with FAA, FAR, based on supplied approved data.
Qualifications & Job Requirements
- Minimum three (3) years’ experience in aviation regarding Small, Mid to Large cabin aircraft.
- Minimum three (3) years’ performing structural repairs and modifications.
- Experience working with composite materials a plus
- Basic knowledge of structural assembly techniques required
- Ability to read blueprints and schematics required
- Able to work independently and as part of a team
- Good problem-solving skills and ability to follow directions
- Organized and detail oriented
- Airframe Certification preferred for entry and mid level position / Required for senior level position
Other Prerequisites
- Pass pre-employment drug screen and background check
- Ability to obtain Airport Issued security badge
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
- Work is performed in an aircraft hangar environment with moderate noise level. The employee is frequently subject to inside environmental conditions, which provide protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes. Must have the ability for climbing and bending at the waist, crawling, kneeling, crouching, reaching, pushing, pulling, and working at heights; Reaching overhead above the shoulders and horizontally. Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
Available Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision
- Short term & Long term Disability - paid 100% by Company
- Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment - paid 100% by Company
- Paid vacation, holidays, sick leave, jury duty, bereavement
- Health Savings Account or Health Reimbursement Account (employer contributions tied to participation in wellness program)
- 401K & Roth 401k with employer match
- Flexible Spending programs
Western Aircraft Inc. has a Drug Free Workplace Policy which includes applicants passing pre-employment testing in accordance with 14 CFR 120. Applicants testing positive for the presence of prohibited drugs are ineligible for employment. DOT applicants who become employees of Western Aircraft Inc. will also be subject to random, reasonable cause, reasonable suspicion, and post-accident testing.
Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Where is the Aircraft Structures Technician position at westair located?
This Aircraft Structures Technician role at westair is based in Boise, ID. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Aircraft Structures Technician role at westair full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Aircraft Structures Technician role in the Avionics & Structures department at westair.
Which team or department does the Aircraft Structures Technician at westair belong to?
This Aircraft Structures Technician position is part of the Avionics & Structures department at westair. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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When was the Aircraft Structures Technician job at westair posted?
This Aircraft Structures Technician position at westair was posted on Jun 16, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Aircraft Structures Technician
westair
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